2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Solara (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Solara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
